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Deuteronomy 12:19 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Deuteronomy 12:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 12 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth. as long: Heb. all thy days”
Deuteronomy 12:19 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:19
The warning regarding Levites: 'Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth.' The emphatic hishamer (הִשָּׁמֶר, 'guard yourself') warns against neglecting Levites. Their landlessness made them economically dependent on tithes and fellowship offerings. The temporal extent 'as long as thou livest' indicates permanent obligation. Supporting ministers of God isn't optional charity but covenant duty. This principle extends to New Testament: 'they which preach the gospel should live of the gospel' (1 Corinthians 9:14). Neglecting those who serve God sp...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 12:19
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“that they might give themselves to the law of Yahweh.”
“the priests”
“you shall not forsake him; for he has no portion nor inheritance with you.”
“it was written for our sake”
“And the priests and the Levites that were in all Israel resorted to him out of all their coasts.”